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Mazda MX-5

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,839 cc

T975 AVCMOT history

T975 AVC is a silver petrol Mazda MX-5 first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 107,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2023
Mileage
107,852 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2022
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T975 AVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
MX-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,839 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T975 AVC was last recorded at 107,852 miles on 29 Dec 2022, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,845 miles · 25 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 107,852 miles
  • 2021 – 103,146 miles
  • 2020 – 99,197 miles
  • 2019 – 95,492 miles
  • 2018 – 91,031 miles
  • 2017 – 87,407 miles
  • 2016 – 83,938 miles
  • 2015 – 80,561 miles
  • 2014 – 77,929 miles
  • 2013 – 75,347 miles
  • 2012 – 73,150 miles
  • 2011 – 70,696 miles
  • 2010 – 67,952 miles
  • 2009 – 67,566 miles
  • 2008 – 66,972 miles
  • 2007 – 59,957 miles
  • 2006 – 50,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,852 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sills and underneath vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure10 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,852 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,852 miles
    Test number
    940700314129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sills and underneath vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail107,845 miles (+4,699)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,845 miles
    Test number
    554934499859
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lights (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sills and underneath vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders worn bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder worn bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,146 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,146 miles
    Test number
    653969498861
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill starting to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill starting to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle starting to show signs of corrosion

  4. Fail103,142 miles (+3,945)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,142 miles
    Test number
    500347840324
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill starting to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill starting to show signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle starting to show signs of corrosion

  5. Pass99,197 miles (+10)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    99,197 miles
    Test number
    209842394164
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner seals (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer seals (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail99,187 miles (+3,695)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,187 miles
    Test number
    484877396341
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass95,492 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,492 miles
    Test number
    771416746371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions high for age and type of vehicle

  8. Fail95,426 miles (+4,395)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,426 miles
    Test number
    571236846619
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  9. Pass91,031 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    91,031 miles
    Test number
    627745383621
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail91,031 miles (+3,624)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,031 miles
    Test number
    979922491512
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass87,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,407 miles
    Test number
    388468180578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,407 miles (+3,469)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,407 miles
    Test number
    447994148963
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis / inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis / inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass83,938 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,938 miles
    Test number
    533323885048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,561 miles
    Test number
    909300395064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail80,561 miles (+2,632)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,561 miles
    Test number
    108560195421
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass77,929 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    77,929 miles
    Test number
    165047994401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail77,921 miles (+2,574)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,921 miles
    Test number
    676754694084
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass75,347 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,347 miles
    Test number
    686529493039
    • NoteN/s/f n/s/r brakes binding slightly

  19. Fail75,341 miles (+2,191)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,341 miles
    Test number
    197334393446
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteN/s/f n/s/r brakes binding slightly

  20. Pass73,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    73,150 miles
    Test number
    486958982016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail73,160 miles (+2,464)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,160 miles
    Test number
    415188782084
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass70,696 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    207869581020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,688 miles (+2,736)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,688 miles
    Test number
    357467781068
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass67,952 miles (+8)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    67,952 miles
    Test number
    224430900130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension corroding.

  25. Fail67,944 miles (+378)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,944 miles
    Test number
    392050790056
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass67,566 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    67,566 miles
    Test number
    683466289024
    • NoteFront and rear suspension corroded
    • NoteN/s rear exhaust mount broken

  27. Fail67,566 miles (+594)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,566 miles
    Test number
    151413989045
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear suspension corroded
    • NoteN/s rear exhaust mount broken

  28. Pass66,972 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    66,972 miles
    Test number
    384264278008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail66,941 miles (+6,984)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,941 miles
    Test number
    380461678074
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s wiper blade split
    • NoteRear brake pads worn low

  30. Pass59,957 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    59,957 miles
    Test number
    102183297470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail59,956 miles (+9,309)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,956 miles
    Test number
    733982997010
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

  32. Pass50,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    50,647 miles
    Test number
    233367586081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T975 AVC

Does T975 AVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T975 AVC expired on 28 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T975 AVC?
The MOT on T975 AVC expired on 28 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T975 AVC done?
T975 AVC was recorded at 107,852 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2022, an average of 3,414 miles a year.
Has T975 AVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T975 AVC has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T975 AVC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T975 AVC find?
T975 AVC passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2022 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sills and underneath vehicle; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders, and 5 more.

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